International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET)
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Volume: 10 Issue: 04 | Apr 2023
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IOT Based Monitoring of Fruit Freshness Using Arduino Nano Soham Katare1, Dip Paliwal2, Shreyas Suryawanshi3, Rushabh Humane4, and Hitesh Meshram5, Rajesh Thakare 6 1,2,3,4,5 Student, Yeshwantrao Chavan College of Engineering, Nagpur 6HOD, Yeshwantrao Chavan College of Engineering, Nagpur
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Abstract - To keep fruits fresh, there is always a need to
quality at every stage of the supply chain, from harvesting to consumption.
create a device that can automate the process of detecting the freshness of fruit. The objective of this paper is to build a device that measures the quality of fruit and provides an output based on its gaseous contents. Arduino NANO (microprocessor) along with MQ3, MQ5 (gas sensors) and DHT11 (Temperature and Humidity sensor) are used to detect the concentration of Methane (CH4) and Ethylene (C2H4) in ppm (Parts per Million) temperature and humidity in degree Celsius. It was found that the excess ripening after which the fruit starts decomposing has a concentration of 300ppm (Ethylene) for all fruits and vegetables. The decomposition results in producing trace amounts of Ethylene gas, which is also detected using the MQ3 sensor. The result is calculated by the Arduino Nano and is displayed in a 16x2 LCD display. The testing process of the device involved many fruits. In this work three common fruits (Apple, Banana) will be deeply analyzed. Device can be implemented in all food-based industries where there is a necessity to compute the freshness of fruits and vegetables. The simplicity and cost-efficiency of the device makes it a perfect product that can be used by everyone a Fruit and vegetable vendors, every household, Packaging industry to sort fruits, Restaurants or entire chain of restaurants, Farmers can use it to gain more profit.
Hence, the handling and packaging of fruits are key toward maintaining their freshness until they reach the consumer. One of the major sources of premature spoilage in perishable fruits is during transport and storage. This is a key issue for fresh fruits, which gets very little quality monitoring after it has been harvested, treated, and packed. Fruits are necessary parts of the human diet, as they contain vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fiber, and many other essential nutrients. Most countries suggest daily servings of fruits and vegetables in their dietary recommendation guides, emphasizing the importance of accessibility to good quality produce. The health and safety of the consumers are also important factors in the consideration of fruits quality. Many harmful microorganisms can infect fresh produce, especially through poor handling and processing practices. A majority of these pathogens are picked up during transport and storage and due to faulty packaging techniques. Due to the potential severity of these hazards, regulations on fresh fruits are stringent, particularly in the developed countries. Resellers take precautionary measures such as disposing of food that has passed its “best before” date, which the United States Department of Agriculture states is not a true indicator of spoiled food. Products are often still viable after this date, meaning that large amounts of unsold food are unnecessarily discarded.
Key Words: Arduino, MQ sensor, Fruits and Vegetables, Freshness estimation, Apple, Banana
1. INTRODUCTION
2. Application
Fruits are an essential part of a healthy diet and are packed with vital nutrients vitamins, and minerals that promotes good health. However, the quality and freshness of fruits can vary significantly, depending on factors such as harvesting time, storage conditions, and transportation methods. This is where fruits sensors come in. A fruit sensor is a device that can measure various aspects of fruit quality, such as ripening, sweetness, acidity and overall freshness. By using advanced technology and data analysis, fruits sensors can provide farmers, distributors, and consumers with valuable insights into the quality and conditions of fruits. In recent years, the demand for fresh, high-quality fruits has increased significantly, and fruit sensors have emerged as a critical tool for ensuring that fruits meet highest standards of quality and freshness. From small-scale farmers to large-scale distributors, fruits sensors are being used to monitor fruits
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